What you can do to prevent falls:

Begin a regular
excercise program.

Have your health care provider review your medicines.

Have your vision checked
every year.

Make your home safer.

To learn more

Download the Tips for Fall Prevention flyer.

Alaska Senior Fall Prevention

Your choices make a difference

Did you know that accidental falls are the number one cause of injury to Alaskans age 65 and older, often causing serious injury such as brain trauma or hip fracture? Many falls can be prevented by making changes that lower your chances of falling.

Learn more about fall prevention:

• About Tai-Chi
• Juneau Fall Prevention Event Flyer :
  Nugget Mall on September 22nd
• Juneau Fall Prevention Event Schedule :
  Nugget Mall on September 22nd
• 10 Myths and Facts about Falls
• Fall Prevention Week is September 16-22
  State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
• Fall Prevention Week Brochure
  Alaska Senior Fall Prevention Coalition
• Fall Prevention Week Flyer
  Alaska Senior Fall Prevention Coalition
• Press Release: Falls are serious, preventable; older Alaskans can take simple steps that work
  Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
• Falls Activity Ideas: A Letter to Providers
  Alaska Senior Fall Prevention Coalition
• What you Can Do to Prevent Falls: Flyer
  Alaska Senior Fall Prevention Coalition
• 60 or older? Tips to lower your risk of falling: Flyer
  Alaska Mental Health Trust
• Fall Prevention Campaign Presentation
  Alaska Senior Fall Prevention Coalition
  [ Download PowerPoint Presentation ]
• Help Seniors Live Better, Longer: Prevent Brain Injur y
  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Public Service Announcements

Senior Fall Awareness Tips (mp3, 609kb)

Did you know that falling is the number one reason Alaska seniors are hospitalized? Senior Fall Awareness week is a good time to double check that your home is safe for seniors.

• Keep stairways clean, well lit, and with a secure hand rail.
• Keep vinyl floors dry and tape down loose rugs.
• Keep a lamp or nightlight on.
• Use a non-skid bath mat.
• And use ice grippers or a walker outside.

A message from the Chief Medical Officer (mp3, 609kb)

This is Dr. Ward Hurlburt, Alaska’s Chief Medical Officer. At age 76, I strive to be healthy, active, independent and injury free. Senior Fall Awareness Week, is a good time to:

• Exercise regularly,
• Review your medications with your healthcare provider,
• Use a home-safety check list to avoid hazards, and
• Schedule your annual eye exam.

For more information

Throughout the year, ACoA will send out information and ideas for activities each month focusing on fall prevention for Alaskan seniors.

Please contact Alaska Commission on Aging by email or call (907) 465-3250.